Stantec, the Canadian-based engineering firm hired by the Hancock County commissioners in July, has completed the first stage of its review of the Army Corps of Engineers’ flood-control plan for the Blanchard River at Findlay.  Hancock County Commissioner Phillip Riegle provided an update saying the company found more surveying of the river is needed and that it would like to create an unsteady-state model to account for all elements to determine flooding impact.

A Sandusky County grand jury has indicted Sandusky County Sheriff Kyle Overmyer on 43 counts, including 38 felony charges following an investigation by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI).  The charges include deception to obtain a dangerous drug, tampering with records and theft.  The BCI was asked to conduct an investigation back in September of 2015 after local police chiefs in Sandusky County expressed concerns regarding alleged unusual behavior by Overmyer in prescription drug disposal drop box collections. 

Repair of Fostoria’s Rock Street is nearly complete after KS Energy replaced natural gas lines several months ago.  Two large pits have been filled and seeded.  The only work to be completed is the replacement of a small portion of sidewalk on the northeast corner of Rock and Walnut Streets.

Regional Income Tax Agency, also known as RITA, will begin assisting the City of Fostoria with tax collections beginning October 1.  The move comes on the recommendation of the state auditor’s office after the City was placed on fiscal emergency.  RITA will collect unpaid taxes due to the city.

The Hancock County Republican Party submitted the names of two potential nominees to the governor’s office on Tuesday to replace retiring Findlay Municipal Judge Robert Fry.  Hancock County Prosecutor Mark Miller and Findlay Assistant Law Director Alan Hackenberg were named as candidates for the seat…They were the only two who applied.  The governor’s office will schedule interviews with the candidates and make the selection with a decision possible in a month.

The seventh Seneca County Farmers Market in downtown Tiffin is this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on South Washington Street between Market and Perry streets.  The market will feature a wide variety of products including baked goods, fresh produce, plants, flowers and more.  Other events taking place include the 2nd Annual Downtown Tiffin Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring wares from most Downtown merchant locations.